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Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma inaugurates National SC-ST Hub Mega Conclave for Creating Awareness Among SC-ST Entrepreneurs at Gumla, Jharkhand
The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises , Government of India organized National SC-ST Hub  Conclave at Town Hall, Gumla, Jharkhand on 18th August 2023 to promote entrepreneurship culture and spread awareness of the NSSH Scheme and other Schemes of the Ministry. The Union Minister of State of MSME, Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma graced the occasion with his presence along with Shri Jitendra Kumar Singh, Secretary, Department of Industries, Government of Jharkhand and other senior dignitaries. The event saw the participation of around 650 SC-ST aspiring and existing entrepreneurs.
Addressing the Conclave, Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma emphasized the significant role of the MSME Sector in the Indian economy in terms of its contribution to GDP and overall exports from India. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister stated that MSMEs not only provide huge employment opportunities but also help in the industrialization of rural & backward areas. He also said that the MSME sector of Jharkhand is endowed with a wide variety of natural resources and is one of the most attractive destinations for setting up of mineral-based units. Shri Verma mentioned that the State offers ample opportunities for the development of forest & mineral based industries and our Ministry is taking several measures to provide the necessary support for these units to thrive. He also highlighted the potential of various schemes of the Government to empower the MSME Sector and said that through this conclave, the SC/ST entrepreneurs from the State will explore innovative ideas and mutual business opportunities and avail maximum benefits of these schemes.
Speaking at the occasion Ms. Mercy Epao, Joint Secretary, Ministry of MSME briefed on the various initiatives implemented under the National SC-ST Hub scheme for SC/ST entrepreneurs along with other major schemes of the Ministry being implemented for MSME Sector.
A special technical session with CPSEs, Banks & Lending institutions was also held providing an interactive platform for aspiring and existing SC-ST entrepreneurs. The CPSEs like ONGC, BSNL, Damodar Valley Corporation Ltd. etc. gave presentations on their vendor empanelment process and shared the details of products/services that can be procured from SC-ST owned MSEs. The program also had financial institutions such as SBI, SIDBI, IFCI Venture Capital Funds, and NABARD, which detailed various lending schemes pertaining to the MSME sector. Other Government bodies like KVIC, MSME-DFO, TRIFED and GeM also participated in the program and deliberated on their schemes for MSMEs. The program included facilitation desks of UDYAM Registration for facilitating the registration of SC/ST MSEs participants on the spot.
For inclusive growth and to promote entrepreneurship culture among SC-ST communities and their active participation in the public procurement process to reach 4% mandate as per public procurement policy was also described.
AYUSH
5th Naturopathy Day celebrated across the nation as a future-oriented health-care system
“Nature is the form of God, we should understand the power, potential and wealth present in it” - Shri Sarbananda Sonowal
“Nature is the form of God, we should understand the power, potential and wealth present in it but sometimes we do not give importance to these things and get surrounded by troubles. If we take care of nature, it will take care of us.” - stated Union Minister of Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal on the occasion of 5th Naturopathy Day as he attended an event organized by International Naturopathy Organization , Surya Foundation with the support of Ministry of Ayush in New Delhi. The video message of Lok Sabha speaker, Shri Om Birla was also played before the gathering.
The main event was organized at National Institute of Naturopathy in Pune. This year’s Naturopathy day was celebrated with the theme, Naturopathy: An Integrative Medicine, thus spreading the message of patient-oriented approach of treatment with Naturopathy across the country.
Ms. Kavita Garg, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush was the chief guest in the main event organized at NIN, Pune, Dr. Raghavendra Rao, Director, CCRYN and Prof Dr K. Satya Lakshmi, Director, NIN, Shri Ramchandra Gajbhaya, Post Master General Pune region were also present.
Ms. Kavita Garg, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush emphasized on the importance of Naturopathy in today's time. She advised to adhere to the principles of Naturopathy in daily life and said that efforts to pave way for Naturopathy Start-ups and Unicorns are to be undertaken by all stakeholders in a synergic manner.
On the occasion a special cover envelope was released to commemorate the 5th Naturopathy Day. Gandhi memento was given to the cycle rallies participants, which originated from New Delhi, Wardha and Hyderabad and converging at Pune. Certificates were given to the Startup Yoga Challenge winners. Students from more than 25 colleges participated in the event with faculties. The program concluded with Mallkhambh presentation.
Naturopathy Day is observed every year since 2018 in India on 18th November, the day on which Mahatma Gandhi became a Life Member of the Nature Cure Foundation Trust and signed the deed. Gandhi ji is considered the founding figure of Naturopathy in India, as it was largely through his efforts that this practice became popular in India.
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Prime Minister's Office
Telephone Conversation between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and H.E. Boris Johnson, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom H. E. Boris Johnson.
The two leaders expressed their desire to further strengthen the India-UK Strategic Partnership in the new decade. They agreed that it would be useful to formulate a comprehensive roadmap towards this objective.
The leaders expressed their satisfaction at the cooperation between India and UK in the field of climate change, especially with reference to the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure . Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Johnson for the invitation to COP-26 in Glasgow later this year.
The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on the COVID-19 epidemic. Prime Minister Shri Modi expressed concern on UK Health Minister Ms. Nadine Dorries testing positive for Coronavirus, and wished her a speedy recovery.
Prime Minister Modi reiterated his invitation to Mr. Johnson to visit India on mutually convenient dates.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
More than one crore air passengers have availed benefit of the UDAN scheme since its inception
The scheme focuses on the connectivity between the Tier-2 and 3 cities
Central Government has allocated Rs. 4500 crore for revival of existing unserved/ underserved airports/airstrips
UDAN  is an ongoing scheme where bidding rounds are conducted periodically for covering more destinations/stations and routes. Four rounds have already been concluded under the scheme so far.
An airport which is included in the awarded routes of UDAN and requires upgradation/ development for commencement of RCS  operations, is developed under "Revival/upgradation of unserved and underserved airports/heliports/water aerodromes" Scheme. The Government of India has approved a budget of Rs. 4500 crore for revival of existing unserved/ underserved airports/airstrips of the State Governments, Airports Authority of India , Public Sector Undertakings and Civil Enclaves.
Further, Government of India has accorded 'in-principle' approval for setting up of 21 Greenfield Airports across the country namely, Mopa in Goa, Navi Mumbai, Shirdi and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, Kalaburagi, Vijayapura, Hassan and Shivamogga in Karnataka, Dabra  in Madhya Pradesh, Kushinagar and Noida  in Uttar Pradesh, Dholera and Hirasar  in Gujarat, Karaikal in Puducherry, Dagadarthi , Bhogapuram and Orvakal  in Andhra Pradesh, Durgapur in West Bengal, Pakyong in Sikkim, Kannur in Kerala and Hollongi  in Arunachal Pradesh. So far, eight Greenfield airports namely Durgapur, Shirdi, Sindhudurg, Pakyong, Kannur, Kalaburagi, Orvakal and Kushinagar have been operationalized.
More than one crore air passengers have availed benefit of the UDAN scheme since its inception. The scheme focuses on the connectivity between the Tier-2 and 3 cities in the country and number of beneficiaries will increase manifold as the connectivity improves between unserved and underserved airports.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation Gen.  V. K. Singh  in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Uninterrupted delivery of Medical Essentials continues from Trivandrum Airport
300 Oxygen concentrators, 180 oxygen cylinders transported in total
Trivandrum Airport and its frontline corona warriors have been playing an active role to combat Covid-19 by facilitating the seamless delivery of medical essentials.
A total 313 boxes  of COVID-19 vaccines have been transported through various airlines till 19th May 2021 through the Trivandrum Airport. To overcome the oxygen crisis, a total of 300 oxygen concentrators, 180 oxygen cylinders were transported by Indian Air Force aircraft like C17, AN 32 till 19th May 2021 in Kerala via Trivandrum.
Apart from this, Trivandrum Airport is also following all the COVID19 related guidelines and protocols as per the instructions of Central and State Governments to ensure a safe journey for passengers. The airport staff makes continuous requests to all the passengers, stakeholders, visitors, employees etc. to always follow COVID appropriate behaviour and maintain staggered timing to minimise crowding. To create awareness regarding COVID appropriate behaviour, ensuring safety of passengers, the airport is also displaying instructions through several electronic and permanent displays at the terminal.
All airports are trying and joining every battle they can. Trivandrum Airport has also organised COVID-19 vaccination camp for employees of AAI and other stakeholders in collaboration and support from state government, taking all safety measures into consideration.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves proposed Memorandum of Understanding  between India and St. Vincent & the Grenadines on cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given ex post-facto approval to theproposed Memorandum of Understanding  between India and St. Vincent & the Grenadines on cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine. The MoU was signed at New Delhi on 11th September 2019.
Benefits:
The MoU will provide a framework for cooperation between India and St. Vincent & the Grenadines for the promotion of traditional systems of medicines and will mutually benefit the two countries in the said field. It will lead to promotion and propagation of Traditional Systems of Medicine in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. Activities mentioned in the MoU will boost the importance of AYUSH Systems of Medicine in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. As a consequence of the MoU, exchange of experts for training of the practitioners and Scientists undertaking collaborative research in Traditional Systems of Medicine are expected to lead to new innovations in drug development and practice of Traditional Medicine.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Equitable Access to Medicines
India and South Africa have submitted a proposal for waiver from certain provisions of the Trade Related aspects of Intellectual Property Rights  Agreement for the prevention, treatment and containment of COVID-19, to the World Trade Organisation  TRIPS Council on 2nd October 2020. The objective of the proposal is to ensure that the intellectual property rights do not create a hurdle in rapid scaling up of manufacturing capacities throughout the globe to meet the objective of equitable, timely and affordable access for all to vaccines, therapeutics and other goods required to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
After the submission to the TRIPS Council in October 2020, the waiver proposal has now been co-sponsored by 57 WTO members with many members supporting from the floor. The waiver proposal has also received support from the civil society groups and the World Health Organisation.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Voyage of Cruise Vessel M.V. Ganga Vilas
The cruise vessel sailed as per its schedule on NW-1 anchoring at Ghazipur on 13 January 2023, Buxar on 14 January 2023 and Mauzampur  on 15 January 2023. After stopping at Doriganj on 16 January 2023 the cruise vessel reached Patna on 16 January 2023 at 4.45 PM. All through its journey the waterway levels were fully maintained and monitored for the required draft of with navigation facilities.
As per the planned itinerary the tourist also visited destinations en-route, including Doriganj to see the ruins of the Fort. Tourists were taken to the bank from the vessel using the tug boat to ensure their safety and privacy. The draft of waterway at Doriganj is 3.5 m much above the vessel draft requirement of 1.4 m.
There is absolutely no truth in the news that the vessel is stuck at Chhapra. The anchoring place and mode of transport of tourists to the bank is decided by the cruise operator depending on safety and privacy of its passengers.
Ministry of Railways
Indian Railways green lights re-opening of reservation counters & booking through Common Service Centers  and Agents.
Zonal Railways have been instructed to decide and notify the opening of reservation counters in a phased manner tomorrow along with dissemination of information about their locations and timings as per local needs and conditions
Opening of booking centers will mark an important step in graded restoration of passenger railway services
Indian Railways is going to open reservation counters for booking of reserved tickets in a phased manner.
Zonal Railways have been instructed to decide and notify opening of reservation counters as per local needs and conditions. These reservation counters will open from tomorrow in a phased manner, along with dissemination of information about their respective locations and timings as per the local needs and conditions.
Indian Railways has also allowed booking of Reservation Tickets through the Common Service Centers and Ticketing agents w.e.f tomorrow.
It may be noted that running of Shramik Special trains will continue to be handled by local State Governments as per the existing protocols.
Opening of all these booking facilities once again will mark an important step in the graded restoration of passenger railway services and making the task of ticket booking easy for all prospective travelers from all parts of India in reserved trains.
Zonal railways may adhere to standard social distancing guidelines and observe the hygiene protocols in view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.DJN/MKV
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AYUSH
Great success in stopping the spread of COVID19 in the country under the able leadership of Prime Minister: Union Minister Shripad Naik
‘Corona Warriors' Infinite Sacrifice Ideal to Society’
Panaji, 22 October 2020
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary leadership has made great strides in curbing the spread of coronavirus in the country, stated Union Minister of State for AYUSH  and Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik. He was speaking on the occasion of felicitating the Corona Warriors at Keshav Sadhana School, Bicholim and Manipal Hospital, Bambolim today.
Frontline Corona warriors who have been fighting against COVID for the last six to seven months have set an example to the society through their selfless sacrifice, said Shripad Naik. He said, many people avoid taking responsibility in difficult situations. However, Medical, Para-medical and Housekeeping staff burned the midnight oil without any complaints, to serve theCOVID patients. To work with the PPE Kits on for 12 hours at a stretch is unparalleled. Their work is not only limited to the caring for patients, but also in allaying the fears and stigma associated therewith. As a COVID patient himself, the minister experienced the whole process from very close quarters, hence the felicitation of Corona Warriors , said shri Naik.
Union Minister Shri Naik appealed citizens to follow the COVID Protocols rigorously, i.e. Use of Mask, washing hands regularly with soap or sanitizer and maintaining Physical distancing. He said this the best method of prevention till the availability of an effective Vaccine .
Appreciation Certificate and Immunity booster kits by Sandu Pharmacy is given to Doctors, Nurses, Para Medical and supporting staff.
Speaker of Goa Assembly Shri Rajesh Patnekar, MLA Shri Pravin Zanyte were present for the programme at Bicoholim.VK/ST/DR
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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Department of Animal Husbandry to celebrate National Milk Day in Bengaluru to commemorate 101st birth anniversary of the “Father of the White Revolution in India”
National Gopal Ratna Awards 2022 to be conferred as part of the celebrations
Animal Quarantine Certification Services to be inaugurated
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying is celebrating “National Milk Day” to commemorate 101st birth anniversary of the “Father of the White Revolution in India”, Dr. Verghese Kurien also known as the Milkman of India, as a part of “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” on 26th November 2022 in Bengaluru. The prestigious National Gopal Ratna Awards 2022 will also be conferred during the event.
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Govt. of Karnataka, National Dairy Development Board and Karnataka Milk Federation have joined hands to organize this memorable national event in the state of Karnataka.
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India will also lay the foundation stone of advanced training facility at Central Frozen Semen production and Training Institute at Heseraghatta, Karnataka Bovine IVF- activities at Central Cattle Breeding Farm, Heseraghatta, Bengaluru virtually.
During the function, a book on the life of Varghese Kurian and a booklet on Milk Adulteration is also to be released by the Dignitaries.
Apart from Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, Shri. Prabhu B. Chauhan, Minister of Animal Husbandry, Karnataka, Shri Balachandra L. Jarkiholi, Chairman, KMF will also grace the event with their presence. Union Secretary Shri. Rajesh Kumar Singh, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Ms. Varsha Joshi, Additional Secretary  will also address the event.
The Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, will also inaugurate Animal Quarantine Certification Services as part of the celebrations in Hasserghata Bengaluru. The AQCS will be equipped with online clearance System for imports of livestock products and livestock in due course and be a game changer for local economy.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Swasth Vayu Non-invasive Ventilator developed by CSIR-NAL receives regulator nod;technology commercialized with 6 private companies
CSIR-NAL scientists along with medical professionals from CSIR-IGIB came forward to address the shortages of ventilators in the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and indigenously designed and developed the non-invasivebilevel positive airway pressureventilator –SwasthVayu, with additional features to treat Covid-19 patients and make the country self-reliant.The performance of the device has been evaluated by the expert committee constituted by Director General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The expert committee, after careful evaluation, has concluded that SwasthVayu may be used on Covid-19 patients who require oxygen supplementation up to 35%.
SwasthVayu developed by CSIR-NAL is a microcontroller based precise closed-loop adaptive control system with a built-in biocompatible “3D printed manifold and coupler” with HEPA filter . These unique features help to alleviate the fear of the virus spread. It has features like CPAP, Bi-Timed, Spontaneous / AUTO modes with provision to connect Oxygen concentrator or Enrichment unit externally.
The ventilator has gone through stringent tests for Electrical safety, performance and bio-compatibility at NABL accredited agency. The SwasthVayu has successfully conducted clinical trials at Command Hospital, Bangalore and Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, Mysore on 50 Covid-19 patients. The clinical trial reports clearly bring out that the performance of “SwasthVayu” ventilator device is satisfactory and effective in improving saturation during use for Covid-19 patients.It is the culmination of dedicated efforts of medical professionals at CSIR-IGIB and aerospace scientists at CSIR-NAL including support from CSIR-NAL Health Center, Command Hospital, Bangalore and Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, Mysore.
CSIR-NAL has commercialized this technology with six private companies and one of these companies  has set up the production facilities for almost 300 units per week. CSIR-NAL recently bagged an order for supply of 1200 SwasthVayu machines to Delhi Government, and the execution & installation at various hospitals in Delhi is being implemented. With this, the country is now self-reliant in this technology, which is a major achievement under the Atmanirbhar vision of Government of India.
Production facilities for SwasthVayu available with the MSME ToT partner
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Divisional Dak Adalat
The Divisional level ''DAK ADALAT'' of Ernakulam Postal Division will be held at the office of the Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Ernakulam Division, Ernakulam Head Post Office building, Kochi on 28th September, 2018 at 11 am. Complaints relating to Postal services in Ernakulam postal division may be taken up in the Dak Adalat.
Cases already taken up in previous Dak Adalats and settled will not be entertained. Complaints can be sent in envelopes super scribed “Dak Adalat” and addressed to “ Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Ernakulam Division, Kochi-682011,” so as to reach there on or before 26th September, 2018.
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